CONTEMPORIST | Page 2 of 1101 | Contemporist features great ideas from the world of design, architecture, interior design, furniture, lighting, and art

This Once-Dark Home Was Transformed Into a Light-Filled Sanctuary

June 10, 2025

In this modern kitchen, a full glass wall and ceiling frame views of the neighborhood beyond, bathing the space in natural light. Black-framed windows give the room structure without interrupting its openness, while the material palette is rich and deliberate. Bold black marble with expressive white veining wraps the countertops, backsplash, and island waterfall edge, offering visual weight against warm vertical-grain wood cabinetry. A central island anchors the space with clean white drawers and minimalist black stools, while integrated lighting above keeps the mood bright but understated.

Continue reading

Central Bark: A Desk Designed for You and Your Dog

June 10, 2025

Central Bark by Chrissy Fehan for Darran is a sleek modern desk with a built-in pet nook that slides neatly in and out. Perfect for pet-friendly workspaces, it offers a cozy spot for dogs without sacrificing style or function.

Continue reading

Step Inside This Indoor Garden Dining Plaza Filled With Plants And Pathways

June 9, 2025

A transparent arched skylight transforms this indoor public garden space with natural light. Steel curves echo leaf veins while shifting sun patterns on the floor mimic moss growing in a greenhouse. A calming, nature-inspired design moment.

Continue reading

This café is a beautiful place to do nothing

June 9, 2025

Tucked into the corner of a charming old building, this café blends urban cool with a warm neighborhood vibe. The facade makes a striking first impression, pairing natural wood shutters with crisp black signage that glows softly at dusk. Large open windows draw the eye inward, where golden light spills across exposed brick walls and minimalist black furniture. Above, carved wooden window frames and ornate wrought iron balconies hint at the building’s historic roots, adding a touch of Old World elegance to the contemporary setup below.

Continue reading

A Clever Pass-Through Window Turns This Kitchen Into a Social Hub

June 8, 2025

The kitchen opens directly to the courtyard through folding windows. This pass-through setup allows food and drinks to move easily between indoors and out, reinforcing the idea of the home as a continuous, adaptable space.

Continue reading

Tucked Behind This Minimalist Home Is a Backyard Oasis

June 8, 2025

Integrated into the backyard’s sculptural layout is a swimming pool that becomes part of the residence’s calm and curated outdoor flow. A raised spa area flows seamlessly into the main pool, while long the left edge, lush tropical foliage adds a burst of green and softens the contrast with the crisp lines of the modern gray fence.

Continue reading

Page 2 of 1101